Transferase Access

: Transfer acyl groups, vital for fatty acid metabolism and the synthesis of structured lipids. Biological Roles

A transferase is an enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a specific functional group (such as a methyl or phosphate group) from a donor molecule to an acceptor molecule. These enzymes are vital for metabolic pathways, including the synthesis and degradation of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Core Mechanism and Classification transferase

Transferases are found throughout the cell, with high concentrations in the cytosol, mitochondria, and Golgi bodies. Molecule of the Month: Glutathione Transferases - PDB-101 : Transfer acyl groups, vital for fatty acid

A−X+B→A+B−Xcap A minus cap X plus cap B right arrow cap A plus cap B minus cap X is the donor, is the functional group, and is the acceptor. Primary Subclasses Aminotransferases (EC 2

: Transfer phosphate groups (typically from ATP) to substrates, a process essential for cell signaling and metabolic regulation. Aminotransferases (EC 2.6) : Transfer amino groups ( −NH2negative cap N cap H sub 2